Education in the park: Invasive Species @ Watkins Glen

FORCES (Friends of Recreation, Conservation, and Environmental Stewardship) is hosting a tabling and informational event on Tuesday, June 7th at Watkins Glen State Park to spread awareness about the invasive species in Watkins Glen and what you can do to help prevent the spread. Stop by our booth near the entrance of the Gorge Trail […]

Native Alternatives to Common Invasive Plants

Many invasive plants were once considered desirable ornamentals that were intentionally introduced to gardens and landscapes only to escape into our natural environments. You can play a vital role in the introduction and the prevention of invasive plants by choosing to grow native species and taking action to control invasives you may find on your […]

Mystery Snail Removal on Melody Lake

On Tuesday, June 7th, at 1 PM, join the Melody Lake Association, the NYSDEC Region 7 Sustainability Committee, Cortland County Soil and Water and several of our association members to attempt to manually remove as many of these snails as possible! Address: 1366 Melody Lane, Willet, NY 13863 Registration: Email rcrosati@frontiernet.net to register.

Invasive Species Walking Tour

Cobleskill Creek Trail Warnerville Cut Off (before the bridge), Cobleskill, NY

In celebration of NY Invasive Species Awareness Week, Cornell Cooperative Extension Schoharie and Otsego Counties will host a free Invasive Species Walking Tour in Cobleskill. The mission of the New York Invasive Species Awareness Species Week is to promote knowledge and understanding of invasive species and the harm they can cause. We want to empower […]

The Good, the Bad and the Ugly: Native and Invasive Plants at Red Cote Preserve

Nassau County’s 30-acre Red Cote Preserve is a popular Oyster Bay Cove destination for nature-loving Long Islanders. Join the Land Alliance to contribute to our efforts to manage invasive mile-a-minute vine and take a tour of this beautiful property for an introduction to its diverse plant communities. Please register in advance by emailing cbrennan@northshorelandalliance.org or […]

Backyard Invaders

Online

“Knock, knock…” “Who’s there?” “Invasives!” That’s right - invasive species may have moved into your neighborhood and made themselves quite comfortable. Discover how you can manage and prevent these “Backyard Invaders” in this informative webinar. Learn tips and tricks from experts in the field to help keep your property free of invasives and create a […]

Invasive Species for Lake Lovers

If you love the lakes and ponds of New York, the “Invasive Species for Lake Lovers” webinar on June 8 is for you. Join the Adirondack Park Invasive Plant Program (APIPP) to learn about ways invasive species can impact the quality of your favorite lake. Invasive species can have negative effects on the environment, the […]

Hands-on Invasive Species Family Event

June 8, 2022 is “Water Wednesday” of New York State’s Invasive Species Awareness Week! From 2:00pm – 5:00pm, join the Adirondack Park Invasive Plant Program and Adirondack Watershed Institute for a family-friendly interactive afternoon at Lake Flower in Saranac Lake, NY. This event is for those curious about aquatic invasive species and anyone gearing up […]

Walk and Talk: North Tonawanda Audubon Nature Preserve

North Tonawanda Audubon Nature Preserve 1001-1195 Kinkead Ave,, North Tonawanda

Celebrate NYISAW with a walk through North Tonawanda Audubon Nature Preserve. WNY PRISM Coordinator, Andrea Locke will discuss invasive species identification, the management that has taken place there, and the sedges present. Please bring footwear appropriate for wet conditions. Register here: https://forms.gle/dLEww6QDKVsudiPt5

Free